Electrical Marvels: Circuits and Systems · Physical Science

Series and Parallel Arrangements

Comparing how different circuit configurations impact the performance of electrical components.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does adding more bulbs in series affect the brightness of each bulb?
  2. 2Why are the lights in our homes usually connected in parallel rather than series?
  3. 3What happens to the remaining bulbs in a parallel circuit if one bulb fuses?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Electrical Systems - P5MOE: Series and Parallel Circuits - P5
Level: Primary 5
Subject: Science
Unit: Electrical Marvels: Circuits and Systems
Period: Physical Science

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